Shipping and Crating Specialist

Shipping / Crating Specialist - Jackson, WI Pay: $27.50 (+$.50) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM-6:00 PM Benefits: This is a direct-hire opportunity offering a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company matching Paid time off and paid holidays Additional company benefits and employee programs Join a Team That Keeps Shipments Moving We're seeking a dependable Shipping / Crating Specialist to prepare finished products and parts for safe domestic and international shipment. This is a hands-on role involving crate assembly, order verification, forklift operation, and loading outbound freight. What You'll Be Doing Assemble shipping crates using pneumatic nail guns, staplers, and other hand tools. Package and secure finished products and parts according to shipping requirements. Pull hardware, small components, and other materials needed to complete outgoing orders. Verify shipments for correct products, quantities, packaging, labels, and handling instructions. Operate a forklift to safely load crates onto trucks, vans, and flatbeds. Read packing slips, checklists, drawings, and shipping documentation. Use a tape measure and basic tools to complete crating and packaging tasks. Maintain clean and organized shipping, staging, and storage areas. Follow established safety procedures while handling products and operating equipment. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Ability to work Monday-Friday, 9:30 AM-6:00 PM. Experience safely operating a forklift. Ability to read packing slips, work instructions, checklists, and basic drawings. Comfortable using tape measures, pneumatic nail guns, staplers, air ratchets, and similar tools. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple shipping priorities. Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, measurements, and percentages. Ability to frequently stand, squat, kneel, and perform physical warehouse work. Ability to occasionally lift 50-75 lbs. Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED. 2+ years of shipping, crating, warehouse, packaging, or related manufacturing experience. Previous experience preparing large or industrial products for shipment. Why Join Us? Stable, full-time direct-hire opportunity Consistent weekday schedule Hands-on shipping and warehouse environment Comprehensive benefits package Opportunity to build experience in crating, freight handling, and industrial shipping Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kelly Services